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10/23/2026
Every Premier League match is better at Playwright Tavern in Times Square!⚽️🍻
Catch all the Premier League action LIVE at your go-to soccer bar and Irish pub in Midtown NYC! Big screens, cold pints, delicious food, and the perfect matchday atmosphere.
📍 Playwright Tavern | 49th Street, Times Square, NYC
10/22/2026
Your favorite Irish pub and restaurant in Times Square is ready for Halloween!
Spooky season has officially taken over Playwright Tavern! 🍂🍸 Join us for beautifully themed Halloween cocktails, delicious food, festive decor, and the perfect atmosphere to celebrate this October.
📍 Playwright Tavern | 49th Street, Times Square, NYC
10/21/2026
EVERY UEFA Champions League match, LIVE in Times Square!
⚽️ We’re always showing all the Champions League action at Playwright Tavern, your go-to Irish pub and football bar in Midtown NYC! 🍻
Big screens, cold pints, delicious food, and a great matchday atmosphere all season long!
📍 Playwright Tavern | 49th Street, Times Square
10/20/2026
🏀🗽 New season. Same spot. KNICKS BASKETBALL IS BACK! 🧡💙 Watch EVERY New York Knicks game and all the NBA action at Playwright Tavern, the #1 Irish pub and sports bar in Times Square!
Big screens, cold pints, delicious food, and the perfect game-day atmosphere all season long. 🍻🏀
📍 Playwright Tavern | 49th Street, Times Square, NYC
10/19/2026
Spooky season has officially arrived in Times Square!
We’re Halloween-ready at Playwright Tavern! 🍸🕸️ Join us for our NEW Halloween-themed cocktails, festive decor, and all the spooky vibes at your favorite Irish pub in Times Square!
📍 Playwright Tavern | 49th St, Times Square NYC
10/14/2026
Watch EVERY UEFA Champions League match LIVE at McHale’s Bar & Grill!
Your go-to soccer bar in Midtown NYC for Champions League football, delicious food, cold pints, cocktails, and a family-friendly atmosphere! 🍻
With 3 floors and plenty of TVs, McHale’s is open daily and ready for every match!
📍 McHale’s Bar & Grill | 251 W 51st St, NYC — Theatre District, near Times Square.
10/13/2026
⚽🔴 Manchester United game days are always better at Playwright Tavern in Times Square! 🍻
Catch EVERY Manchester United match LIVE with fellow fans, cold pints, delicious food, and the best football atmosphere in Midtown NYC!
📍 Playwright Tavern | 49th St, Times Square
10/12/2026
IT’S GAME DAY, BILLS MAFIA! 🏈💙❤️ Buffalo Bills game days deserve the best Buffalo wings in NYC! 🍗🍻
Join fellow Bills fans for Monday Night Football at Playwright Tavern, your go-to sports bar in Midtown Manhattan to watch EVERY Buffalo Bills game in NYC!
Delicious wings, cold pints, and the best Bills Mafia atmosphere in Times Square!
📍 Playwright Tavern | 49th St, Times Square NYC
10/09/2026
Oktoberfest weekend at Playwright Tavern! 🍻🥨🍁Don’t miss out on our delicious Oktoberfest food and drink specials, plus live entertainment all weekend long!
Celebrate Oktoberfest right here in Times Square with great food, cold beers, and a lively Irish pub atmosphere. 🍀
📍 Playwright Tavern | 49th St, Times Square NYC
10/07/2026
Premier League is BACK! ⚽️🔴 Watch every Manchester United match live in Times Square at Playwright Tavern on 49th Street.
Cold pints, great food, and all the Premier League action at your Manchester United sports bar in NYC. 🍻
📍 Playwright Tavern | 49th St, Times Squar
10/06/2026
Fall cocktails are here at Playwright Tavern in Times Square. 🍂🍸 Seasonal flavors, handcrafted cocktails and the perfect excuse to grab a drink in the Theatre District.
Stop by 49th Street and sip your way through fall in NYC. 🎃🍁📍 Playwright Tavern | 49th St, Times Square
10/04/2026
🏈 Sunday Football hits different with Bills Mafia in Times Square! ❤️💙
Catch every Buffalo Bills game at Playwright Tavern on 49th Street, your go-to sports bar in Times Square for Bills football, great drinks, cold pints and delicious game-day food. 🍻🍗
📍 Playwright Tavern | 49th St, Times Square, NYC
🏈 Buffalo Bills • Sunday Football • Bills Mafia
10/03/2026
⚾️ Yankees baseball in Times Square! Catch every Yankees game at Playwright Tavern on 49th Street, the #1 Irish pub & sports bar in Times Square. 🍻
Plus, enjoy our Oktoberfest food specials, seasonal drinks and cold pints while you watch. 🍺🥨
📍Playwright Tavern - 49th st
10/01/2026
🍺 Celebrate Oktoberfest in Times Square! 🥨🍂
Oktoberfest season is here at Playwright Tavern. Enjoy our delicious seasonal food and drink specials, grab a pint and celebrate right in Times Square. Prost! 🍻
📍 Playwright Tavern | 49th St • Times Square, NYC
09/28/2026
It’s Libra Szn! ♎️Celebrate your birthday while cheering on your team in Times Square! 🎉🍻
Bring your crew to Playwright Tavern for live sports, great food, cold pints and a birthday celebration right in the middle of NYC.
And save room for dessert 🍰 — all of our delicious desserts are made in-house and perfect for making your celebration a little sweeter.
📍 Playwright Tavern | 49th St • Times Square, NYC
09/26/2026
🏈 Bills Mafia, Football Sundays are yours at Playwright Tavern 49th st - Times Square 💙❤️
This is your place to watch the Buffalo Bills in New York City. This Sunday, catch Bills vs. Chargers at 1 PM, plus Sunday Football all day across our screens.
Cold pints, wings, great food and a game-day atmosphere made for football. 🍻🏈
📍 Playwright Tavern | 202 W 49th St • Times Square, NYC
🏈 Bills vs. Chargers | Sunday, Sept. 27 | 1 PM
Home of Bills Mafia in Times Square always🦬
09/25/2026
The songs of Frank Sinatra, live in Times Square. 🍸✨No reservations, no dress code — just good music and good times featuring the great Kurt Decker
Join us at Playwright Tavern for an unforgettable Sinatra tribute featuring the classics you know and love, paired with great food, cocktails and the atmosphere of NYC.
🎙️ Fridays & Saturdays | 6–9 PM
🎙️ Sundays | 12–3 PM
📍 Playwright Tavern | 49th St • Times Square, NYC
Address
New York, NY
10019
To reach the pub and restaurant located on 49th St. in New York, you can take the subway to the nearest station and walk from there. Alternatively, you can also take a bus or a taxi to reach the location. If you prefer driving, there are several parking options available nearby where you can park your vehicle for a fee.
Opening Hours
| Monday |
11am - 12am |
| Tuesday |
11am - 12am |
| Wednesday |
11am - 12am |
| Thursday |
11am - 12am |
| Friday |
11am - 1am |
| Saturday |
11am - 2am |
| Sunday |
11am - 12am |
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What people say
Playwright Tavern 49th St. is a must-visit pub and restaurant in New York City. Whether you are a local or just visiting for the day, this place offers an inviting experience that will make you feel right at home. The menu features a variety of Irish, American, and continental cuisine, with daily specials and prix-fixe options available. Brunch is also served on Saturdays and Sundays.
One of the highlights of Playwright Tavern 49th St. is the live traditional Irish American Folk Music that can be enjoyed every night. This adds to the warm and lively atmosphere of the place, making it a great spot to unwind after work or before/after a Broadway show.
The dining room on the second floor is beautifully decorated with wood paneling and an impressive collection of Irish playwrights and Broadway memorabilia. From here, you can enjoy people watching while overlooking 7th Avenue - truly immersing yourself in the bustling energy of New York City.
Overall, Playwright Tavern 49th St. has been serving satisfied customers since 1995 and has become a regular stop for theater-goers in the area. Conveniently located in the heart of the Theater District, just minutes from Rockefeller Centre and St. Patrick's Cathedral, this place is definitely worth checking out. So why not stop by for a cold pint or hearty meal? You won't be disappointed!
